Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 (Weekend Nights)

Gulfstream; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 46,865 - 54,676; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid leave

Job summary

Gulfstream is seeking an Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 for weekend nights in St. Louis. This role requires technical expertise in avionics and the ability to perform tests and repairs on aircraft systems to ensure their functionality and quality.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, alongside five years of relevant experience in avionics. Additional benefits include competitive compensation and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of aircraft systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications, drawings, and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational tests and repairs of avionics/electronic equipment.
• Teach installation and functional testing of avionics components.
• Repair defective components and wiring to ensure quality.

Skills

Technical expertise in avionics

Troubleshooting skills

Team coordination

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Five years of experience in avionics or electrical field

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Avionics/Electrical Technician 3 (Weekend Nights) – GAC St. Louis

Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation: $34.02 – $39.69 per hour, with final compensation determined by qualifications, experience, and location.
• Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; retirement savings plan; employee assistance plan; voluntary programs (adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance).
• Paid leave and tuition assistance.

Shift & Travel

• Shift: Weekend Nights, Friday – Sunday 6:00pm – 6:30am (5th shift).
• Travel: up to 25%.
• Employment type: Full‑time.

Posting Information

Requisition Number: 232434 | Category: Service Center | Posting end date: 07/06/2026

Position Purpose

Provides technical expertise while performing various operational, functional tests and repairs of avionics/electronic aircraft equipment and systems to ensure a defect‑free aircraft. Provides superior technical expertise in testing, troubleshooting and repairing system discrepancies to minimize schedule impact.

Essential Functions

• Exhibit superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft systems operational testing and troubleshooting.
• Teach installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications, drawings and maintenance manuals to ensure a defect‑free system.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of all installations – troubleshoot and teach troubleshooting processes and concepts to provide timely, quality repairs of malfunctioning systems.
• Repair or replace defective components and wiring using acceptable practices (splicing, soldering, pinning).
• Oversee performance and compliance with engineering changes and modifications.
• Set up and operate necessary test equipment.
• Conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability.
• Maintain daily logs and other required paperwork.
• Pre‑inspect work of others, prior to submission for approval, to reduce rework and inspection time.
• Provide technical expertise in testing and maintaining test equipment and electronic systems.
• Enforce FOD, tool control, 5‑S program and all safety regulations.
• Adapt to sudden schedule changes.
• Coordinate with other disciplines concerning projects.

Additional Functions

• Teach installation and functional testing of electrical/avionics components and systems per engineering specifications.
• Conduct self‑inspection of all avionics testing functions in applicable areas.
• Support aircraft certification and final phase testing, including flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Proficiency & Certifications

• Proficiency in operation and troubleshooting of other aircraft systems (hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, environmental controls or structural installations).
• APU and engine run qualifications.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and schematic diagrams.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Additional Requirements

• Blueprint efficiency.
• Previous installation experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Five years of experience in an avionics or electrical career field.
• Two years of accredited schooling in aviation electronics may offset two years of experience.
• A & P license, FCC license or NCATT certification preferred.